VESTAMID®, part of the nylon 12 family, combines elasticity, hardness, toughness, and low processing tolerances in the extrusion process. Because of its high bursting pressure and low sliding friction, VESTAMID is used, for example, to make dilation catheters.

Specific gravity	0.0365 lb./in.3 (1.01 g/cc)	0.368 lb./in.3 (1.02 g/cc)
Melting point	272°F (133°C)	345°F (174°C)
Glass transition temperature	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Tensile strength at break	4210 psi (29 MPA)	8990 psi (62 MPA)
Elongation at break	360%	790%
Hardness durometer (Shore A)	75	83
Hardness durometer (Shore D)	25	72
Water absorption @ 24 hours	0.9%	1.2%
Sterilization	Ethylene oxide (EtO) Gamma radiation Steam

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